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What is BMI and Why Is It Important?

BMI (Body Mass Index) is a quick way to assess if your weight is healthy for your height. It’s calculated by dividing your weight by your height squared and is categorized into underweight, normal weight, overweight, or obese.

Understanding your BMI can help you gauge your overall health and assess your risk for issues like heart disease or diabetes. While it doesn’t account for muscle mass or body composition, BMI offers a useful starting point for tracking your health.

Use our calculator below to check your BMI!

BMI calculator

Health Resources and Tools

Your health journey starts with understanding the basics, and BMI (Body Mass Index) is a key part of that. With our suite of BMI-focused tools, you’ll be able to gain insights into your weight and overall health. These resources are designed to be easy-to-use while providing you with accurate, meaningful results. Explore our featured items below to get a better grasp of how BMI works, how it affects your health, and what you can do to maintain a healthy balance.

BMI and Muscle Mass

BMI doesn’t account for muscle mass, meaning that individuals with a high muscle-to-fat ratio, like athletes, may appear "overweight" according to BMI standards. Learn how to interpret your BMI if you have a muscular build, and discover additional measurements like body fat percentage for a clearer picture.

BMI and Health Risks

Your BMI is more than just a number—it can indicate potential health risks like heart disease, diabetes, and high blood pressure. Our guide explains the health risks associated with different BMI categories and provides actionable tips on how to improve your health, regardless of your BMI.

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Body Fat Calculator

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